Pop superstar Taylor Swift has donated $1 million to the American Heart Association following her father’s quintuple bypass surgery, a contribution the organization said will support research, prevention and access to life-saving care.
The American Heart Association announced the donation this month, saying Swift’s gift is intended to advance scientific research and strengthen treatment and prevention efforts related to cardiovascular disease, which affects nearly half of American adults.
The donation follows heart surgery earlier this year for Swift’s father, Scott Swift, who underwent a quintuple bypass procedure after doctors discovered five arterial blockages during medical testing. According to previous reports, the surgery came quickly after what had been routine checkups and required an extended recovery period.
American Heart Association Chief Executive Officer Nancy Brown said Swift’s generosity would have an impact far beyond its dollar amount, noting that her family’s experience mirrors that of millions of Americans affected by heart disease. Brown added that Swift’s visibility could encourage others to take their own heart health seriously and focus on prevention and risk reduction.
Scott Swift, 73, was reported to be recovering well in the months following the surgery, with Taylor Swift and her family spending much of the summer supporting him through rehabilitation. Swift later shared publicly that her father had regained his strength and energy, crediting medical care and family support for his recovery.
The singer has spoken openly about how the experience reshaped her family’s priorities, emphasizing gratitude for the doctors and nurses involved in her father’s care and reflecting on the importance of health during a demanding year in her professional life.
Swift, long associated with charitable giving, has previously supported causes ranging from disaster relief to education, food banks and medical research. The American Heart Association said her latest donation underscores the importance of awareness and funding for cardiovascular disease, which remains the leading cause of death in the United States.
Source: Us